Pennsylvania § 3016 - Obstruction of justice.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3016 — Obstruction of justice., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3016. Obstruction of justice.
A person who commits a violation of Subchapter B of Chapter 49 (relating to victim and witness intimidation) or Chapter 51 (relating to obstructing governmental operations) that in any way interferes with or prevents the enforcement of this chapter shall be subject to the same penalties that may be imposed for the offense for which the person has been charged under this chapter.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 3016
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3016 cover?
Section 3016 ("Obstruction of justice.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 3016?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3016" (Pennsylvania). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 3016 apply to my situation?
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